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Summer Internships

Zephyr Institute Inc

Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

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Other requirements

  • Current undergraduates (including those graduating in the application year)
  • Demonstration of academic excellence
  • Deep commitment to furthering Zephyr's mission at Stanford and in the Bay Area

Overview

Geographic Scope: Palo Alto, CA (in-person requirement)

Program Description: The Zephyr Institute seeks applications for two full-time, paid internship positions during summer. Interns work on administrative and research projects and provide program support for Zephyr's summer seminars.

Eligibility

  • Current undergraduates (including those graduating in the application year)
  • Demonstration of academic excellence
  • Deep commitment to furthering Zephyr's mission at Stanford and in the Bay Area

Focus Areas

  • Administrative projects
  • Research projects
  • Program support for summer seminars
  • High school philosophy summer camp RA duties

Internship Details

  • Duration: 6 weeks (June 5 to July 16, negotiable start/end dates)
  • Format: Full-time, in-person in Palo Alto
  • Housing: Modest housing stipend provided; housing from July 10-16 provided for RA duties at high school philosophy camp
  • Mentorship: Mentorship from institute staff
  • Professional Development: Sponsorship to participate in Optimal Work's Masterclass

Contact

General Contact:
Zephyr Institute, Inc.

How to Apply

Application Process

  1. Submit application form through the online form at zephyr.org
  2. Include the following materials:
    • Brief letter of intent (1-2 pages)
    • CV
    • Unofficial transcripts
    • Two letters of recommendation
  3. Reference letters: Arrange for recommenders to submit letters directly to applications@zephyr.org
  4. Interviews: Candidates may be asked to interview in the week following the deadline

Key Dates

  • Application Deadline: April 15 (11:59 PM PDT)
  • Interview Period: Week of April 18
  • Notification Date: By April 25

Contact for Questions

Molly Gurdon Pinkoski
mpinkoski@zephyr.org

What Zephyr Institute Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990 filing, 2020 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2020
1
Total given
$53K
Median grant
$53K
  • By dollars: California 100%. Top recipient cities: Standford, CA.

Example grants

  • Stanford University · Standford, CA

    Fund for professor josiah ober of the school of humanities and sciences

    $53K

IRS Form 990 filing, 2020. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →
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